1951 Alvis TA 21 vs. 1970 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 1970 Triumph Spitfire is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Alvis TA 21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Alvis TA 21 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1951 Alvis TA 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Alvis TA 21 (93 HP) has 26 more horse power than 1970 Triumph Spitfire. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Alvis TA 21 should accelerate faster than 1970 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Alvis TA 21 weights approximately 698 kg more than 1970 Triumph Spitfire. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1951 Alvis TA 21 (204 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Triumph Spitfire. (99 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1951 Alvis TA 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Alvis TA 21 | 1970 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | Alvis | Triumph |
| Model | TA 21 | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1448 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2110 mm |
